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I'm still very much in favour of Fed Com 2 (opition 4).

Dave.

What about the new 2 but all in blue?

This begins to be Terminator (people knowing the future all around the place) 

Well here is the latest folks - let me know how you like it.


Tamar City
Tamar, Clan Wolf Occupation Zone
4 July 3052

Conal Ward sat quietly as the Bloodnamed of Clan Wolf continued to file into the Great Hall built for such occasions. Construction of this magnificent structure was a triumphal symbol of the Ways of Kerensky over the barbarous Houses of the InnerSphere. Its traditional settings and soaring architecture recalled the superior aspects of Clan society. One day he reassured himself such a glorious edifice will take its place on the sacred grounds of Terra regardless of our recent shortcomings. The one time Galaxy Commander could not help but think that Clans situation now mirrored his own as he was now disgraced.

Interfering in the final Bloodname trial between Phelan and Vlad had cost Conal dearly. Demoted and placed in charge of a mere solahma cluster the former Loremaster would now be forced to watch silently as his successor was elected. The Star Colonel remained confident that his Crusader philosophy would triumph despite his own personal setbacks. “The first of many victories” Ward thought as he smiled to some of his political allies entering the chamber for the vote. Turnover thanks to the farce of Tukayyid had seen an upswing of Crusaders in the Council and throughout the Clan as a whole.

Despite his shame Conal still retained informal leadership over this growing political bloc within the Wolves. It was just enough to orchestrate the selection of Star Captain Dalk Carns as their candidate for this high position. His protégé would lead the calls for removal of the ilKhan and the renunciation of the Truce. Over time his good name in spite of his enemies would be restored much as Aidan Pryde had done with the Jade Falcons. Conal’s cause was in ascendancy and it was only a matter of time before the Crusade was successfully concluded.

As the Warden Khans entered the room and bought proceedings to order Conal thought “No matter what you do your cause is doomed”. These Wolves were a dying breed who only held onto power through a careful mix of well timed political maneuvers and pure luck. ilKhan Ulric Kerensky rose from his chair “Trothkin of Clan Wolf we meet this day to elect a new Loremaster. I hereby open the floor for nominations.” While the statement drew Conal some glances most warriors looked towards the future searching the room for suitable candidates.

Galaxy Commander Mikel Furey rose just as they had planned and nominated his Gamma Galaxy aide, Dalk Carns. The fact that Mikel was an abtakha from the Smoke Jaguars concerned Conal somewhat. The Wolves had harvested such talented warriors from all over Clan space to further their goals and in spite of his adoption he wondered if some supporters might be put off by his unyielding hatred of the InnerSphere. A typical Jaguar trait if somewhat politically naïve he thought. Furey had proven himself an excellent commander and was the highest ranking Crusader currently within the Clan so Ward reassured himself especially after a positive response from the gathering.

Star Colonel Marcos Radick commander of the 37th Striker Cluster acknowledged the general reaction and seconded the nomination. While a passionate Crusader his former subordinate from Delta Galaxy was not much of politician. Severe injuries to other advocates would leave young Dalk on his own if the Wardens debate the issue but that would not matter. Their likely candidate was his replacement Galaxy Commander John Ward whose ardent beliefs and supreme arrogance made him many enemies. As the furor died away following Carns acceptance Conal simply smiled awaiting the fait accompli.

Khan Natasha Kerensky stood “I nominate Star Colonel George Kerensky, commander of the 352nd Assault Cluster, and architect of Operation Restoration.” Stunned Conal hardly noticed that the assembly went wild discussing what the Black Widow let slip. There was however no missing the cheerful second of Galaxy Commander John Ward who added his ringing endorsement. The ilKhan cut through the banter “The nominations have been made let the candidates debate orderly.” Dalk Carns was the first to speak in a sarcastic tone “Perhaps you could elaborate on this grand operation so we could all share in the excitement.”

As George Kerensky revealed his plan to transition from one invasion to another the horrible realization hit Conal. The Warden Wolves were attempting to seize the initiative not only of all future conquests but within the Clan as well. As Loremaster he had used his position to carefully promote Crusader ideals like placing like minded instructors in charge of sibko training. Ward silently cursed himself for not seeing their scheme sooner but now it was too late. As both candidates laid out their cases it became clear that Kerensky was swaying warriors from the Crusader candidacy. The frown on his face grew into a mask of rage. Ulric and his band had done it again.

The Crusaders had been accused of plunging headlong into danger without proper planning. By plotting a new course that would schedule activities during the truce years the Wardens effectively had stolen their thunder and Conal could say nothing. The result could be devastating to say the least. While he had hoped that the vote might still go his way Ward grew more disappointed with each passing moment. It remained close but in the end George Kerensky was elected the new Loremaster of Clan Wolf. Before the ceremony concluded Conal walked out. He had to consult with his allies as their whole cause was now in serious jeopardy.

Politics.

Who said that politics within the Clans was simple? 

Might makes right? 

Like in politics.